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General Information

The electronic speedometer in this instrument utilizes a single LCD to display odometer and two trip odometer mileages. Press the Trip/Reset button on the dial

window to cycle between odometer, Trip 1, and Trip 2 displays on the LCD. Pressing and holding the Trip/Reset button for more than 2 seconds while viewing

either Trip display will reset the trip currently being displayed. The odometer cannot be reset.

NOTE: The odometer on the speedometer portion of this instrument will show some mileage less than 5 miles (8km). This is a result of factory testing to en-

sure optimum quality.

TIP: Auto Meter always recommends performing the calibration process for best speedometer accuracy.

Speedometer Senders:

The electronic speedometer in this instrument is designed to operate with an electrical speed sender. The speed sender signal range must be between 500

and 400,000 pulses/mile (310 and 248,500 pulses/km). Any speed sender or electronic module that meets the following two conditions can be used:

1. Pulse rate generated is proportional to vehicle speed.

2. Output voltage within the ranges listed below:

a. Hall effect sender, 3 wire (5 to 16V)

b. Sine wave generator, 2-wire (1.4 VAC min.)

c. 5v Square Wave (CMOS)

Recommended – Auto Meter Hall effect sender, 3 wire, 16 pulses/revolution

5291 Standard 7/8” – 18 Thread

5292 Ford, plug in

QUESTIONS:

If after completely reading these instructions you have questions regarding the operation or installation of your instrument(s),

please contact Auto Meter Technical Service at 815-899-0801.

You may also email us at service@autometer.com.

Additional information can also be found at http://www.autometer.com/tech_faq.aspx

2650-1175-00 Rev. B

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

TACH/SPEEDO COMBO

Installation Tips

1. A 12 V power source MUST be used to power this tachometer. A 12V motorcycle battery is a good alternative for cars without batteries.

A battery with minimum 5 amp hour rating is recommended.

2. Wherever possible, solder wire connections and avoid crimp-type connectors. This will minimize loose connections that could cause problems later.

3. Make sure you have a good ground to engine and battery negative terminal.

4. Wire installations should be neat and tied down to prevent tugging and fraying of wires at connections.

Trouble Shooting

If your tach/speedo does not function properly after installation check the following:

1. Are all electrical connections correct and tight?

2. If neither the tach/speedo nor dial light work, check ground and

12V power connections.

3. Disregard tach/speedo readings that occur before engine is started.

4. If problems persist try the tach/speedo on another vehicle with the same ignition.

5. For changes in ignition type, contact a service representative from Auto Meter.

6. Ignition manufacturers recommend that the ignition and coil be matched according to criteria which they establish (often that the ignition and coil be

products of the same company). If they are mismatched, minor malfunctions may occur,showing as erratic readings on the tach. Mismatching

coil and ignition types are often the cause of incorrect tach performance.

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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Trouble Shooting

General InformationThe electronic speedometer in this instrument utilizes a single LCD to display odometer and two trip odometer mileages. Press the T

Page 2 - Mounting

Mounting33/8" Models 21/8"3¾"311/32"WiringAuto Meter Hall-Effect senders (Square Wave)- Models 5291 (standard 7/8-18 thread) &

Page 3 - Operation

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